Head cord audio system and method of use thereof

CROSS-REFERENCE TO RELATED APPLICATIONS

To the full extent permitted by law, the present United States Non-provisional Patent Application, is a Continuation-in-Part of, and hereby claims priority to and the full benefit of U.S. Non-provisional application entitled “Swim Goggle Audio System and Method of Use Thereof,” having assigned Ser. No. 14/606,402, filed on Jan. 27, 2015, which is a Continuation-in-Part of U.S. Non-provisional application entitled “Swim Cap and Method of Use Thereof,” having assigned Ser. No. 14/069,706, filed on Nov. 1, 2013, which is a Continuation-in-Part of U.S. Non-provisional application entitled “Swim Cap and Method of Use Thereof,” having assigned Ser. No. 13/803,714, filed on Mar. 14, 2013, incorporated herein by reference in their entirety.

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BACKGROUND OF THE INVENTION

Technical Field of the Invention

The disclosure generally relates to headgear and a method of using the same, and more specifically to headgear with an audio player and headphones.

Description of Related Art

The disclosure relates generally to headgear with a music player and headphones and a method of using the same.

One previous approach was to use a water proof headphone system that could be secured to swimming goggles, wherein the MPS player was placed around the back of the swimmer's head. A problem with this approach is that the system might be uncomfortable located on the back of a head, create additional drag, and the system moving could compromise the goggles' watertight seal.

Another approach was to use a swim cap with a speaker and a radio antenna. One problem with this approach is that the battery needed to maintain a radio connection could be prohibitively large. Another problem is that the radio connection might be compromised by interference from the water. Yet another problem is that the individual swimmer did not have any input on what sound was transmitted.

Another approach is to tie a water proof ear bud audio system to goggle straps. A problem with this approach is that the audio wires create drag in the water, become tangled in the goggle straps, and become unorganized and difficult to untangle between use and storage.

Therefore, it is readily apparent that there is a recognizable unmet need for a swim goggle audio system that is easy to produce, tolerant of the movement inherent in swimming, capable of being stretched without compromising any aspect of functionality, and very easy to use.

SUMMARY

Briefly described, in a preferred embodiment, the present apparatus and method overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages and meets the recognized need for such a device by providing a head gear audio system, wherein the head gear audio system includes a cord, the cord having a first cord end and a second cord end, an audio plug electrically connected to one end of a third wire, a y-junction electrically connected to an other end of the third wire and the y-junction electrically connected to one end of a first wire and one end of a second wire, a pair of earphones, the pair of earphones having a first earphone electrically connected to an other end of the first wire and a second earphone electrically connected to an other end of the second wire, wherein each of the first wire and the second wire are configured having a first coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the first earphone and a second coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the second earphone, and wherein the first cord end is positioned therethrough the first coiled wire section and the second cord end is positioned therethrough the second coiled wire section.

The present apparatus and method overcomes the above-mentioned disadvantages and meets the recognized need for such a device by providing a swim cap capable of integrating headphones that is easy to produce, tolerant of the movement inherent in swimming, capable of being stretched without compromising any aspect of functionality of the headphones, and very easy to use.

The present apparatus and method includes a swim cap device having a groove and a pocket configured therein capable of accommodating a player, wires, and earphones. The wires are disposed in serpentine grooves when the swim cap is in a non-stretched position, and the wires connect the player to the user's ears.

According to its major aspects and broadly stated, the present disclosure describes a headgear device, the headgear device having a pocket and a groove configured therein, to accommodate a player, earphones, and a wire, the wire being connected to the player, and the wire being in a serpentine disposition when the headgear device is not in a stretched position.

In an embodiment, a headgear device comprises a cover with a groove to accommodate a wire, the wire being connected to the player, and the wire being in the groove in a serpentine disposition when the cover is not in a stretched position.

More specifically, the present disclosure of a preferred embodiment is a swim cap; the swim cap comprises a cover with pocket configured to accommodate a player, and a groove to accommodate wires of earphones. The wires have a first wire and a second wire. The earphones have a first earphone and a second earphone. The first wire may be positioned in a first groove in a serpentine disposition and the second wire may be positioned in a second groove in a serpentine disposition. In one embodiment, the cover includes a first layer and a strip for providing the groove on the first layer. In another embodiment, the cover includes a first layer and a first strip and a second strip for providing the first and second grooves, respectively, on the first layer.

In use, the wires are preferably positioned in the groove or grooves in a serpentine disposition when the swim cap is in a non-stretched position. This serpentine disposition of the wires allows the swim cap to be stretched without compromising the functionality of the wires, or negatively affecting either how the wires attach to the player, or how the earphones reach to the user's ears. The wires may be embedded within an elastic conduit within the groove or grooves.

In an embodiment, a player pocket may be disposed within the first layer, and when the player is placed within the player pocket, the swim cap will thus secure the player. Alternatively, the player pocket may expose a pouch that will secure the player while it is inside the opening. Also, the cover may include a single layer, with the groove and wires being disposed and molded within the cover. Or, the player pocket may be disposed inside the swim cap. In one embodiment, the player pocket may include a wire jack access hole for connecting the wire to the player.

In this embodiment, a wire split pocket may be included in the cover between the player pocket and groove. The wire split pocket may be for housing the wire where it splits off into the first and second wires before the first and second grooves.

In use, a user obtains a swim cap, and then secures the player to the swim cap and attached to a headphone plug. The player may be started, and optionally secured inside the swim cap. To secure the player inside the swim cap, the wires may be first inserted into the groove or grooves or positioned therein, and, if provided, through the wire split pocket. This may be done by bending the cover thereby reducing the overhang of the groove or grooves and providing an opening into the groove or grooves. Then the wires may be connected to the player, like through the wire jacket access hole. Finally, the player may be positioned in the player pocket. The swim cap is then placed on the user's head, and the earphones are placed in the user's ears.

The cover may include at least two layers, a first layer and a second layer, the wire being disposed between the layers. There may be an opening in the outside layer, or in the inside layer, or in both, the opening may be used to place a player and secure it therein the swim cap.

Alternatively, the swim cap cover may be a single layer, with the wire being disposed within the single layer.

Still further the swim cap may include one or more passageways wherein the wire may be disposed or run within the single layer or at least two layers.

In use, a swim cap is obtained, and then placed on the user's head. The earphones are placed in the user's ears, and the player is started. However, it is contemplated herein that the steps executed may be executed in any order and need not be necessarily executed in the exact order or in the exact way as described herein.

In another embodiment, a headgear device has a cover and a wire, the wire being connected to the player, and the wire being in a serpentine disposition when the cover is not in a stretched position.

More specifically, the present disclosure of a preferred embodiment is a swim cap, the swim cap having a player, wires, earphones, and a cover. The wires have a first wire and a second wire. The earphones have a first earphone and a second earphone. In this embodiment, the cover includes a first layer and a second layer.

The cover is made of elastic or like material that can comfortably stretch a certain amount without losing functionality, such as a rubber-like compound, a stretchable cloth material, etc.

The wires are preferably in a serpentine disposition when the swim cap is in a non-stretched position. This serpentine disposition of the wires allows a swim cap to be stretched without compromising the functionality of the wires, or negatively affecting either how the wires attach to the player, or how the earphones reach to the user's ears.

In this embodiment, the opening is disposed within the first layer, and when the player is placed within the opening, the swim cap will thus secure the player. Alternatively, the opening may expose a pouch that will secure the player while it is inside the opening. Also, the cover may include a single layer, with the wires being disposed and molded within the cover. Or, the opening may be disposed inside the swim cap. The wires may be embedded within an elastic conduit within the cover.

The cap may be a headband or head cover used for any activity, athletic or otherwise, including, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, a cold-weather hat for skiing or a headband.

In use, a user obtains a swim cap, and then secures the player to the swim cap and attached to a headphone plug <b>120</b>. The player is started, and optionally secured inside the swim cap. The swim cap is then placed on the user's head, and the earphones are placed in the user's ears.

The player may be any device that can supply audio to earphones, include, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, an iPod®, an MP3 player, a radio, or any music player with or without internal memory.

In another embodiment, an insert for a headgear device, the insert comprises a layer with an embedded wire being in a serpentine disposition when the layer is not in a stretched position, wherein the wire may include headphones. The insert may be affixed to an existing swim cap, such as, by ultrasonic weld or to glue the insert into the swim cap.

In another embodiment, a head gear audio system, wherein the head gear audio system includes a cord, the cord having a first cord end and a second cord end, an audio plug electrically connected to one end of a third wire, a y-junction electrically connected to an other end of the third wire and the y-junction electrically connected to one end of a first wire and one end of a second wire, a pair of earphones, the pair of earphones having a first earphone electrically connected to an other end of the first wire and a second earphone electrically connected to an other end of the second wire, wherein each of the first wire and the second wire are configured having a first coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the first earphone and a second coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the second earphone, and wherein the first cord end is positioned therethrough the first coiled wire section and the second cord end is positioned therethrough the second coiled wire section.

In another embodiment, a method of using a head gear audio system, the method comprising the step of obtaining a cord, the cord having a first cord end and a second cord end, the cord having a tensioner, the tensioner having the first cord end and the second cord end inserted therethrough the tensioner, obtaining an audio plug electrically connected to one end of a third wire, a y-junction electrically connected to an other end of the third wire and the y-junction electrically connected to one end of a first wire and one end of a second wire, a pair of earphones, the pair of earphones having a first earphone electrically connected to an other end of the first wire and a second earphone electrically connected to an other end of the second wire, wherein each of the first wire and the second wire are configured having a first coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the first earphone and a second coiled wire section positioned between the y-junction and the second earphone.

A feature of the head gear audio system is its ability to enable a user to swim, run, bike, work or perform other activities with a hands free head gear audio system.

Accordingly, a feature of the swim cap with headphones device is its ability to be easy to use.

Another feature of the swim cap with headphones device is its ability to be used by different people with different size heads without compromising functionality in any way.

Yet another feature of the swim cap with headphones device is its ability to function for extended periods of time.

Yet another feature of the swim cap with headphones device is its ability to be easy to manufacture.

Yet another feature of the swim cap with headphones device is its ability to be stretched without negatively affecting the wires, or the wires' connections or connectivity.

These and other features of the head gear audio system will become more apparent to one skilled in the art from the prior Summary, and following Brief Description of the Drawings, Detailed Description, and Claims when read in light of the accompanying Detailed Drawings.

BRIEF DESCRIPTION OF THE DRAWINGS

The present head gear audio system will be better understood by reading the Detailed Description with reference to the accompanying drawings, which are not necessarily drawn to scale, and in which like reference numerals denote similar structure and refer to like elements throughout, and in which:

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 1</figref> is a perspective view of an exemplary embodiment;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 2</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment, with the earphones extended out of the swim cap;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 3</figref> is a perspective view of the embodiment of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 1</figref>, wherein the swim cap and embodiment is being stretched;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 4</figref> is a perspective view of the embodiment of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 1</figref>, shown in use;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 5</figref> is a perspective view of the embodiment of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 1</figref>, shown on a user's head; and

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 6.1</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment, shown on a user's head;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 6.2</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment, shown as an insert for a swim cap;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 7</figref> is a flow chart depicting an exemplary use of an embodiment;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 8</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the swim cap with a groove for the earphone wires;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 9A</figref> is a close-up perspective view of the embodiment from <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 8</figref> showing the groove of the swim cap;

FIGS. <b>9</b>B<b>1</b> and <b>9</b>B<b>2</b> is a close-up perspective view of the embodiment from <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 8</figref> showing the groove of the swim cap

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 10</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment of the swim cap with a groove for the earphone wires, with the earphones extended out of the swim cap;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 11</figref> is a cross sectional side view of the embodiment from <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 8</figref>;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 12</figref> is a flow chart depicting an exemplary use of another embodiment;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 13</figref> is a perspective view of another exemplary embodiment, of a swim audio system;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 14</figref> is a perspective view of the exemplary embodiment swim audio system of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 13</figref> in combination with a strapped goggle;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 15</figref> is a side view of a user wearing the combination swim audio system integrated strapped goggles of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 14</figref>;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 16</figref> is a top view of another exemplary embodiment, of a head gear audio system;

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 17</figref> is a side view of a user wearing the head gear audio system of <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 16</figref>; and

<figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 18</figref> is a flow chart depicting an exemplary use of another embodiment.

It is to be noted that the drawings presented are intended solely for the purpose of illustration and that they are, therefore, neither desired nor intended to limit the disclosure to any or all of the exact details of construction shown, except insofar as they may be deemed essential to the claimed invention.

DETAILED DESCRIPTION

In describing the exemplary embodiments of the present disclosure, as illustrated in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 1-18</figref>, specific terminology is employed for the sake of clarity. The present disclosure, however, is not intended to be limited to the specific terminology so selected, and it is to be understood that each specific element includes all technical equivalents that operate in a similar manner to accomplish similar functions. Embodiments of the claims may, however, be embodied in many different forms and should not be construed to be limited to the embodiments set forth herein. The examples set forth herein are non-limiting examples, and are merely examples among other possible examples.

Referring now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 1-12</figref> by way of example, and not limitation, therein is illustrated an example embodiment swim cap <b>100</b>, wherein swim cap <b>100</b> comprises player <b>110</b>, wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and cover <b>140</b>. Wires <b>120</b> comprise first wire <b>122</b> and second wire <b>124</b>, each wire <b>120</b> having a first wire end and a second wire end. Earphones <b>130</b> comprise first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b>. It is contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> and player <b>110</b> may include water proof earphones and player. In this embodiment, cover <b>140</b> comprises a single layer, cover <b>140</b>.

In this embodiment, cover <b>140</b> comprises an elastic material that can comfortably stretch a certain amount without losing functionality, such as, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, a rubber-like compound, a stretchable cloth material, etc.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 2</figref>, illustrated therein is another embodiment of swim cap <b>100</b>. Once again, swim cap <b>100</b> comprises player <b>110</b>, wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and cover <b>140</b>, wherein cover <b>140</b> comprises first layer <b>150</b>, second layer <b>160</b>, and opening <b>170</b>. In this embodiment, wires <b>120</b> are disposed between first layer <b>150</b> and second layer <b>160</b>, wherein wires <b>120</b> are in a serpentine disposition when swim cap <b>100</b> is a non-stretched position (best shown <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 1, 2, 8 and 9</figref>; swim cap <b>100</b> in a stretched position is best shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 3</figref>). This serpentine disposition of wires <b>120</b> allows swim cap <b>100</b> to be stretched without compromising the functionality of wires <b>120</b>, or negatively affecting either how wires <b>120</b> attach to player <b>110</b>, or how earphones <b>130</b> reach to user's U ears.

In this embodiment, opening <b>170</b> is disposed within first layer <b>150</b>, and placing player <b>110</b> within opening <b>170</b> will thus secure player <b>110</b> by virtue of swim cap <b>100</b>. Alternatively, opening <b>170</b> may expose a pouch that will secure player <b>110</b> while inside opening <b>170</b>. However, it is contemplated herein that cover <b>140</b> may comprise a single layer, wherein wires <b>120</b> are disposed and molded within cover <b>140</b>, as shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 1</figref>. It is further contemplated that opening <b>170</b> is disposed inside swim cap <b>100</b> (not shown), wherein player <b>110</b> would need to be accessed before swim cap <b>100</b> is placed on user's U head, or alternatively wherein user U could attempt to manipulate player <b>110</b> through cover <b>140</b> while swim cap <b>100</b> is on user's U head. It is further contemplated herein that wires <b>120</b> are embedded within an elastic conduit within cover <b>140</b> or imbedded therein during molding.

It is also further contemplated that swim cap <b>100</b> may be a headband or head cover used for any activity (best shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 6</figref>), athletic or otherwise, including, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, a cold-weather hat for skiing or a headband.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 3</figref>, illustrated therein is an exemplary embodiment of swim cap <b>100</b>, wherein swim cap <b>100</b> is in a stretched position. In this embodiment, swim cap <b>100</b> again comprises player <b>110</b>, wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and cover <b>140</b>. Because swim cap <b>100</b> is in a stretched position, wires <b>120</b> are no longer in a serpentine disposition. In the illustration shown, wires <b>120</b> are mostly, but not completely, straightened out when user inserts hands inside swim cap <b>100</b> and separates user's hands. However, it is contemplated herein that the maximum stretch of swim cap <b>100</b> may only partially straighten wires <b>120</b>. It is further contemplated herein that the maximum stretch of swim cap <b>100</b> may completely straighten wires <b>120</b>.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 4 and 5</figref>, illustrated therein is an exemplary embodiment of swim cap <b>100</b>, wherein swim cap <b>100</b> is being utilized by user U. In the illustration shown, swim cap <b>100</b> is disposed on user's U head, wherein swim cap <b>100</b> only partially covers user's U ears. Earphones <b>130</b> extend from swim cap <b>100</b> and are placed in user's U ears. However, it is contemplated herein that swim cap <b>100</b> may be disposed such that swim cap <b>100</b> does not cover user's U ears. It is further, and alternatively, contemplated herein, that swim cap <b>100</b> may fully and/or mostly cover user's U ears, in which case earphones <b>130</b> would need to be retained or curved back under swim cap <b>100</b> to reach user's U ears.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 6.2</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiments of swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> wherein swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> comprises wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and strip <b>190</b>. Wires <b>120</b> comprise first wire <b>122</b>, second wire <b>124</b>, and third wire with headphone plug <b>126</b>. Earphones <b>130</b> comprise first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b>. It is contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> may include water proof earphones. It is further contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> and headphone plug <b>127</b> extend beyond edge <b>191</b>.

In this embodiment, a band, ribbon or layer, such as strip <b>190</b> comprises a single strip or one or more strips, such as, first strip <b>192</b>, second strip <b>194</b>, and third strip <b>196</b> made of an elastic or bendable material that can comfortably stretch or bend a certain amount without losing functionality, such as, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, a silicone or rubber-like compound, or a stretchable cloth material, etc. It is contemplated herein that strip <b>190</b> may be formed in any configuration capable of integration with to any swim cap or head band or the like. It is further contemplated herein that strip <b>190</b> may be positioned within or on the exterior of any swim cap or head band or the like.

In this embodiment, wires <b>120</b> may be imbedded in strip <b>190</b> or disposed within groove <b>180</b> of strip <b>190</b>, wherein wires <b>120</b> are in a serpentine disposition when strip <b>190</b> is a non-stretched position (best shown <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 1, 2, 8 and 9</figref>; strip <b>190</b> in a stretched position is best shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 3</figref>). Preferably strip <b>190</b> of swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> is configured as an insert to be affixed, such as by ultrasonic weld or glue, to any swim cap to form swim cap <b>100</b>. The serpentine disposition of wires <b>120</b> in strip <b>190</b> of swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> enables swim cap <b>100</b> to be stretched without compromising the functionality of wires <b>120</b>, or negatively affecting either how wires <b>120</b> attach to player <b>110</b>, or how earphones <b>130</b> reach to user's U ears. It is contemplated herein that swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> may be utilized as a removeable insert therein any existing swim cap or may be affixed thereto any existing swim cap, enabling use with one or more existing swim caps to be configured with swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> as swim cap <b>100</b> or swim cap insert <b>100</b>.<b>1</b> may be transferable from one swim cap to another to form swim cap <b>100</b>.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 7</figref>, method of using swim cap with headphones <b>1000</b> starts with user U obtaining swim cap <b>100</b> via step <b>1010</b>. Via step <b>1020</b>, if player <b>110</b> is with swim cap <b>100</b>, then method <b>1000</b> proceeds to step <b>1040</b>, otherwise method <b>1000</b> proceeds to step <b>1030</b>. Via step <b>1030</b>, player <b>110</b> is secured to swim cap <b>100</b>. Via step <b>1040</b>, player <b>110</b> is started, and optionally secured inside swim cap <b>100</b>. Via step <b>1050</b>, swim cap <b>100</b> is stretched and placed on user's U head, and via step <b>1060</b> earphones are placed in user's U ears. Finally, via step <b>1070</b>, user U starts swimming.

Referring now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 8-11</figref> by way of example, and not limitation, therein is illustrated an example embodiment swim cap <b>100</b>, wherein swim cap <b>100</b> comprises groove <b>180</b> to accommodate player <b>110</b>, wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and cover <b>140</b>. Wires <b>120</b> may comprise first wire <b>122</b> and second wire <b>124</b>. Earphones <b>130</b> may comprise first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b>. It is contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> and player <b>110</b> may include water proof earphones and player.

In this embodiment, cover <b>140</b> comprises an elastic material that can comfortably stretch a certain amount without losing functionality, such as, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, a rubber-like compound, a stretchable cloth material, etc.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 9-11</figref>, illustrated therein is further embodiments of swim cap <b>100</b>. In one embodiment, swim cap <b>100</b> may generally comprise cover <b>140</b> with a groove <b>180</b>. The groove <b>180</b> may be adapted to accommodate a wire in a serpentine disposition when cover <b>140</b> is not in a stretched position wherein groove <b>180</b> is preferably formed in a serpentine configuration therein cover <b>140</b>. In one embodiment, as best shown in FIGS. <b>9</b>B<b>1</b> and <b>9</b>B<b>2</b>, when cover <b>140</b> is relaxed, groove <b>180</b> may have an overhang lip <b>186</b>, and when cover <b>140</b> is bent, overhang lip <b>186</b> may be reduced thereby providing groove opening <b>188</b> to access groove <b>180</b>. This feature of swim cap <b>100</b> may allow wire <b>120</b> to be easily inserted into groove <b>180</b> in a serpentine disposition by merely bending swim cap <b>100</b> and inserting the wires <b>120</b> into groove <b>180</b>. Swim cap <b>100</b> may also include a player pocket <b>200</b> adapted for storing player <b>110</b>.

In another embodiment, as shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 10</figref>, swim cap <b>100</b> may comprise player <b>110</b>, wires <b>120</b>, earphones <b>130</b>, and cover <b>140</b> with groove <b>180</b>. Cover <b>140</b> comprises first layer <b>150</b> and/or strip <b>190</b>, player pocket <b>200</b>, and wire split pocket <b>220</b>. In this embodiment, wires <b>120</b> are disposed within groove <b>180</b> therein first layer <b>150</b> and/or strip <b>190</b>, wherein wires <b>120</b> and groove <b>180</b> are in a serpentine disposition when swim cap <b>100</b> is a non-stretched position (best shown <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 1, 2, 8 and 9</figref>; swim cap <b>100</b> in a stretched position is best shown in <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 3</figref>). This serpentine disposition of wires <b>120</b> positioned therein groove <b>180</b> allows swim cap <b>100</b> to be stretched without compromising the functionality of wires <b>120</b>, or negatively affecting either how wires <b>120</b> attach to player <b>110</b>, or how earphones <b>130</b> reach to user's U ears. In one embodiment, the strip <b>190</b> may be disposed on the interior of first layer <b>150</b>, thereby forming groove <b>180</b> on the interior of first layer <b>150</b>. In an alternative embodiment, strip <b>190</b> may be disposed on the exterior of first layer <b>150</b>, thereby forming groove <b>180</b> on the exterior of first layer <b>150</b>.

In one embodiment, groove <b>180</b> may comprise a first groove <b>182</b> for first wire <b>122</b> and a second groove <b>184</b> for second wire <b>124</b>. In this embodiment, strip <b>190</b> may comprise a first strip <b>192</b> for creating first groove <b>182</b> and a second strip <b>194</b> for creating second groove <b>184</b>.

In this embodiment, player pocket <b>200</b> may be disposed within first layer <b>150</b>, and placing player <b>110</b> within player pocket <b>200</b> will thus secure player <b>110</b> by virtue of swim cap <b>100</b>. Alternatively, player pocket <b>200</b> may expose a pouch that will secure player <b>110</b> while inside player pocket <b>200</b>. However, it is contemplated herein that cover <b>140</b> may comprise a single layer, wherein wires <b>120</b> are disposed and molded within a groove <b>180</b> inside the single layer of cover <b>140</b>. It is further contemplated that player pocket <b>200</b> is disposed inside swim cap <b>100</b> (not shown), wherein player <b>110</b> would need to be accessed before swim cap <b>100</b> is placed on user's U head, or alternatively wherein user U could attempt to manipulate player <b>110</b> through cover <b>140</b> while swim cap <b>100</b> is on user's U head. It is further contemplated herein that wires <b>120</b> are embedded within an elastic conduit within groove <b>180</b> or imbedded therein during molding of cover <b>140</b>.

In one embodiment, a wire split pocket <b>220</b> may be provided between player pocket <b>200</b> and groove <b>180</b> or first and second grooves <b>182</b> and <b>184</b>, respectively. Wire split pocket <b>220</b> may be for housing wire <b>120</b> where it splits off into the first and second wires before the first and second grooves <b>182</b> and <b>184</b>, respectively.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 12</figref>, method of using swim cap with headphones <b>1000</b> starts with user U obtaining swim cap <b>100</b> (swim goggle audio component <b>300</b>) via step <b>1010</b>. Via step <b>1020</b>, if player <b>110</b> is with swim cap <b>100</b>, then method <b>1000</b> proceeds to step <b>1040</b>, otherwise method <b>1000</b> proceeds to step <b>1030</b>. Via step <b>1030</b>, player <b>110</b> (swim goggle audio component <b>300</b>) is secured to swim cap <b>100</b> (swim goggles <b>400</b>). Via step <b>1040</b>, player <b>110</b> is started, and optionally secured inside swim cap <b>100</b>. To secure the player <b>110</b> (swim goggle audio component <b>300</b>) to swim cap <b>100</b> (swim goggles <b>400</b>), step <b>1030</b> may include a step <b>1080</b> of inserting wire <b>120</b> (goggle strap <b>420</b>) through or positioning therein groove <b>180</b> (coiled wire <b>320</b> of swim goggle audio component <b>300</b>) in a serpentine disposition. Step <b>1080</b> may include a step <b>1082</b> of bending cover <b>140</b> to reduce the overhang lip <b>186</b> and provide groove opening <b>188</b>. Once the groove opening <b>188</b> is large enough, a step <b>1084</b> of inserting the wire <b>120</b> through the groove opening <b>188</b> into groove <b>180</b> may be accomplished. In addition, step <b>1030</b> may include a step <b>1090</b> of connecting wire <b>120</b> to player <b>110</b>, like through wire jack access hole <b>210</b> in player pocket <b>200</b>. Also, step <b>1030</b> may include a step <b>1100</b> of positioning player <b>110</b> in player pocket <b>200</b> (goggle strap <b>420</b>). Via step <b>1050</b>, swim cap <b>100</b> is stretched and placed on user's U head, and via step <b>1060</b> earphones <b>130</b> may be placed in user's U ears. Finally, via step <b>1070</b>, user U starts swimming. At any desired time during the process, a step of starting the player <b>110</b> may be included. Starting the player <b>110</b> may include, audio being played by the earphones <b>130</b>.

It is contemplated herein that player <b>110</b> may comprise any device that can supply audio to earphones, include, for exemplary purposes only and without limitation, an iPod®, any MP3 player, a radio, or any music player with or without internal memory.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 13</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiment of swim goggle attachment, such as swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> wherein swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> includes electrically connected wires <b>120</b>, pair of water proof speakers, headphones, or earbuds, with or without ear hooks, such as earphones <b>130</b>, and an audio plug, such as headphone plug <b>127</b>. Wires <b>120</b> comprise a pair of single channel insulated conductors, such as left or first wire <b>122</b>, right or second wire <b>124</b>, and a dual channel insulated conductor, such as third wire <b>126</b>, the third wire <b>126</b> having headphone plug <b>127</b>. Earphones <b>130</b> comprise first earbud or earphone <b>132</b> and second earbud or earphone <b>134</b>. Wires <b>120</b>, more specifically left or first wire <b>122</b>, right or second wire <b>124</b>, each include a coiled wire section(s), segment, partial or full coiled wire, such as coiled wire <b>320</b>. Preferably coiled wire <b>320</b> includes a first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> and a second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> positioned between third wire <b>126</b> and earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b>, respectively. It is contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> may include water proof earphones or earbuds. It is further contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> and headphone plug <b>126</b> extend beyond right coiled wire <b>322</b> and left coiled wire <b>324</b>, respectively. It is still further contemplated herein that the junction between third wire <b>126</b> and first wire <b>122</b> and second wire <b>124</b> may include straight split wires, or a y-adapter, such as y-junction <b>330</b>.

It is still further contemplated herein that first wire <b>122</b> includes a first straight section <b>122</b>.<b>1</b> between first earbud <b>132</b> and first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> to extend first wire <b>122</b> and position first earbud <b>132</b> proximate user's U left ear.

It is still further contemplated herein that second wire <b>124</b> includes a second straight section <b>124</b>.<b>1</b> between second earbud <b>132</b> and second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> to extend second wire <b>124</b> and position second earbud <b>134</b> proximate user's U right ear.

It is still further contemplated herein that first wire <b>122</b> includes other end or third straight section <b>122</b>.<b>2</b> between first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> and y-junction <b>330</b>.

It is still further contemplated herein that second wire <b>124</b> includes other end or fourth straight section <b>124</b>.<b>2</b> between second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> and y-junction <b>330</b>.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 14</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiment of swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> coiled over or in combination with swim goggles <b>400</b>. Preferably swim goggles <b>400</b> includes goggles <b>410</b>, goggle strap <b>420</b>, and quick connect <b>430</b>. It is contemplated herein that goggle strap <b>420</b> may include other flexible strap configurations or material choices, such as latex straps, bungee cord and the like. It is contemplated herein that quick connect <b>430</b> may include other tensioners, friction adjustment, fasteners, and like length adjustment devices. It is further contemplated herein that quick connect <b>430</b> is configured to enable length adjustment of goggle strap <b>420</b> (including length adjustment of first or left goggle strap end <b>422</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> and second or right goggle strap end <b>424</b>)

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 14, 15</figref> and <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 12</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiment of swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> coiled over or in combination with swim goggles <b>400</b>. In use user U obtaining swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> and swim goggles <b>400</b> via step <b>1010</b>. Via step <b>1030</b>, swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> is secured to or coiled around goggle strap <b>420</b> of swim goggles <b>400</b>. To secure swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> to swim goggles <b>400</b>, step <b>1030</b> may include a step <b>1080</b> of removing or disconnecting quick connect <b>430</b> from goggle strap <b>420</b> (first or left goggle strap end <b>422</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> and second or right goggle strap end <b>424</b>) and pushing or feeding goggle strap <b>420</b> through or positioned therein or therethrough coiled wire <b>320</b> of swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> or wrapping coiled wire <b>320</b> around goggle strap <b>420</b>. It is contemplated herein that a first or left goggle strap end <b>422</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> may be inserted therein or therethrough left coiled wire <b>322</b> or wrapped therearound left goggle strap end <b>422</b> and a second or right goggle strap end <b>424</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> may be inserted therein or therethrough right coiled wire <b>324</b> or wrapped therearound right goggle strap end <b>424</b>. Repositioning or reconnecting quick connect <b>430</b> to or adjusting thereon quick connect <b>430</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> (first or left goggle strap end <b>422</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b> and second or right goggle strap end <b>424</b>). Moreover, quick connect <b>430</b> may be utilized to adjust the length of first or left goggle strap end <b>422</b> and second or right goggle strap end <b>424</b> of goggle strap <b>420</b>. Preferably player <b>110</b> may be attached or removeably affixed to goggle strap <b>420</b> of swim goggles <b>400</b>. Swim goggle audio component <b>300</b> in combination with swim goggles <b>400</b> may be placed on user's U head, and via step <b>1060</b> earphones <b>130</b> may be placed in user's U ears. Finally, via step <b>1070</b>, user U starts swimming. At any desired time during the process, a step of starting the player <b>110</b> may be included. Starting the player <b>110</b> may include, audio being played by the earphones <b>130</b>.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 16</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiment of head gear audio system, such as head gear audio system <b>600</b> wherein head gear audio system <b>600</b> includes coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> having electrically connected wires <b>120</b>, pair of water proof speakers, headphones, or earbuds (or plural is pair of), with or without ear hooks, such as earphones <b>130</b>, and an audio plug, such as headphone plug <b>127</b>. Wires <b>120</b> (having one end and other end) comprise a pair of single channel, insulated conductors, such as left or first wire <b>122</b>, right or second wire <b>124</b>, and a dual channel, insulated conductor, such as third wire <b>126</b>, the third wire <b>126</b> having headphone plug <b>127</b>. It is contemplated herein that each of wires <b>120</b> includes a first or one wire end or one end and a second or other wire end or other end. Earphones <b>130</b> comprise first earbud or earphone <b>132</b> and second earbud or earphone <b>134</b>. Wires <b>120</b>, more specifically left or first wire <b>122</b>, right or second wire <b>124</b>, each include a coiled wire section(s), segment, partial or full coiled wire, such as coiled wire <b>320</b>. Preferably coiled wire <b>320</b> includes sections, such as first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> and second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> positioned between third wire <b>126</b> and earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b>, respectively. It is contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> may include water proof earphones or earbuds. It is further contemplated herein that first earphone <b>132</b> and second earphone <b>134</b> and headphone plug <b>126</b> extend beyond first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> and second or right coiled wire <b>324</b>, respectively. It is still further contemplated herein that the junction between third wire <b>126</b> and first wire <b>122</b> and second wire <b>124</b> may include straight split wires, or a y-adapter, such as y-junction <b>330</b>.

It is still further contemplated herein that first wire <b>122</b> includes a first straight section <b>122</b>.<b>1</b> between first earbud <b>132</b> and first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> to extend first wire <b>122</b> and position first earbud <b>132</b> proximate user's U left ear LE.

It is still further contemplated herein that second wire <b>124</b> includes a second straight section <b>124</b>.<b>1</b> between second earbud <b>132</b> and second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> to extend second wire <b>124</b> and position second earbud <b>134</b> proximate user's U right ear RE.

It is still further contemplated herein that first wire <b>122</b> may include other end or third straight section <b>122</b>.<b>2</b> between first or left coiled wire <b>322</b> and y-junction <b>330</b>.

It is still further contemplated herein that second wire <b>124</b> may include other end or fourth straight section <b>124</b>.<b>2</b> between second or right coiled wire <b>324</b> and y-junction <b>330</b>.

Turning again to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIG. 16</figref>, illustrated therein is exemplary embodiment of coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> coiled over, around, or in combination with, having headband, string, strap, or headgear, such as cord <b>610</b> having first cord end <b>611</b> and second cord end <b>612</b> fed through or inserted therein coiled wire <b>320</b>. It is contemplated herein that cord <b>610</b> may include flexible cord or strap configurations or material choices, such as latex straps, bungee cord, paracord and the like. Preferably first cord end <b>611</b> and second cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b> may be inserted therein left coiled wire <b>322</b> and right coiled wire <b>324</b>, respectively and then may be inserted therein tensioner <b>630</b>. It is contemplated herein that tensioner <b>630</b> may include other quick connect, friction adjustment, fasteners, and like length adjustment devices. It is further contemplated herein that tensioner <b>630</b> may be configured to enable length or circumference adjustment of cord <b>610</b> (including length adjustment of first or left cord end <b>611</b> and second or right cord end <b>612</b>). It is further contemplated herein that first cord end <b>611</b> and second cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b> may be knotted via knot <b>620</b> to prevent either left coiled wire <b>322</b>, right coiled wire <b>324</b>, or tensioner <b>630</b> from slipping off first cord end <b>611</b> and second cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b>. Preferably player <b>110</b> may be attached, clipped or removeably affixed to cord <b>610</b> or either left coiled wire <b>322</b>, or right coiled wire <b>324</b>. It is yet further contemplated herein that tensioner <b>630</b> may be adjusted or slid away from knot <b>620</b> to enable length or circumference adjustment of cord <b>610</b> (including length adjustment of first or left cord end <b>611</b> and second or right cord end <b>612</b>.

Turning now to <figref idref="DRAWINGS">FIGS. 16, 17 and 18</figref>, illustrated therein in use user U obtaining head gear audio system <b>600</b> via step <b>1800</b>. Via step <b>1810</b>, securing coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> to or coiled around cord <b>610</b> or cord <b>610</b> may be inserted therein left coiled wire <b>322</b>, right coiled wire <b>324</b>. To secure coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> to cord <b>610</b>, may include a step <b>1810</b> of removing or disconnecting coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> and/or knot <b>620</b> and pushing or feeding cord <b>610</b> through or positioned therein or therethrough coiled wire <b>320</b> of coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> or wrapping coiled wire <b>320</b> around cord <b>610</b>. It is contemplated herein that a first or left cord end <b>611</b> of cord <b>610</b> may be inserted therein or therethrough left coiled wire <b>322</b> or wrapped therearound first or left cord end <b>611</b> and second or right cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b> may be inserted therein or therethrough right coiled wire <b>324</b> or wrapped therearound second or right cord end <b>612</b>. In step <b>1815</b> repositioning or reconnecting tensioner <b>630</b> to and/or adjusting thereon tensioner <b>630</b> to first cord end <b>611</b> and second cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b> and placing or via step <b>1820</b> positioning coiled wire audio system <b>500</b> on user's U head H. Moreover, tensioner <b>630</b> may be utilized to adjust (adjusting) via step <b>1825</b> the length of first or left cord end <b>611</b> and second or right cord end <b>612</b> of cord <b>610</b> therethrough tensioner <b>630</b> to fit user's U head H. In step <b>1830</b>, affixing, or preferably player <b>110</b> may be attached or removeably affixed to cord <b>610</b> or coiled wire <b>320</b>. Preferably, head gear audio system <b>600</b> may be placed on user's U head, and via step <b>1835</b> earphones <b>130</b> may be placed in user's U ears RE/LE. Finally, via step <b>1840</b>, user U may swim, run, bike, work or perform other activities with a hands free head gear audio system <b>600</b>. At any desired time during the process, a step <b>1845</b> of starting the player <b>110</b> may be included. Starting the player <b>110</b> may include, audio being played through the earphones <b>130</b>.

The foregoing description and drawings comprise illustrative embodiments. Having thus described exemplary embodiments, it should be noted by those skilled in the art that the within disclosures are exemplary only, and that various other alternatives, adaptations, and modifications may be made within the scope of the present disclosure. Merely listing or numbering the steps of a method in a certain order does not constitute any limitation on the order of the steps of that method. Many modifications and other embodiments will come to mind to one skilled in the art to which this disclosure pertains having the benefit of the teachings presented in the foregoing descriptions and the associated drawings. Although specific terms may be employed herein, they are used in a generic and descriptive sense only and not for purposes of limitation. Accordingly, the present disclosure is not limited to the specific embodiments illustrated herein, but is limited only by the following claims.